Dog-friendly Hotels Cornwall
Heading to any popular destination in Cornwall and you'll have the choice of the best dog friendly hotels that the area has to offer. Cornwall has some superb dog walking areas, including the South West Coast path which takes you past Land's End, the Lizard peninsula and some beautiful beaches.
St Just, EnglandLocated at the end of a long private drive, these two stunning, eco-friendly barn conversions enjoy an elevated position with views over rolling countryside on the outskirts of St Just. Each detached property is set all on one level and have been converted to a good standard, featuring a private lawned garden with patio area, perfect for al fresco dining.
Guinea fowls roam nearby and peacocks strut within the gardens surrounding the neighbouring owners’ farmhouse. Both The Hen House (ref UK12928) and The Perch (ref UK12929) boast a cosy wood burner, perfect for cosying up on chilly nights, as well as spacious open plan living spaces, giving a light and airy feel. The Perch offers an idyllic getaway for small families, while The Henhouse is the perfect retreat for couples, offering a private wood-fired tub!
St Just has a lively square with some wonderful individual shops including supermarket, butchers, bakers, greengrocers and an array of individual art galleries and small craft shops. If you don’t want to cook, there are some lovely tea rooms and local pubs serving great local ales and food.
This is the ideal location for exploring this wonderful part of Cornwall with its mining heritage, most recently a back drop for the TV series ‘Poldark’. Visit the lovely Cot Valley in Cape Cornwall, with its rolling landscape, rugged coastline and access to miles of scenic coastal paths. Cape Cornwall Golf club is open to non- members and makes for a great day out for enthusiasts.
Take a short drive to Lands’ End or the beautiful white sandy beach and harbour at Sennen Cove, a popular spot with surfers and those who love the beach. Take the scenic coastal drive from Pendeen to St Ives across stunning moorland, passing the small village of Zennor with its tales of mermaids, an ancient church and a charming local pub.
Be sure to visit the Minack open air theatre, built directly into the cliff face with the ocean as a backdrop. A short drive to Penzance or the historic town of Marazion are great options also, where you can pop over to the small island of St Michaels Mount. Alternatively take a day trip to the beautiful Isles of Scilly by air from nearby Lands’ End Airport, or via the small walk-on ferry from Penzance. Beach 3¾ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
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- EnglandA new, exclusive development of 5 high quality apartments, Chi-An-Mor in Carlyon Bay is a fantastic place to stay. Finished and furnished to an exceptional standard the apartment has many luxury touches to help guests enjoy and enhance their stay. With sea views from the picture windows at the front of the property’s open plan living area guests can relax and plan their activities during their visit. With access to the Southwest Coast Path the picturesque harbour village of Charlestown is a ten-minute walk away with great places to eat and visit. The Roseland Peninsula is nearby and the harbour village of Mevagissey with its working harbour, restaurants and shops is well worth a visit.
Other nearby attractions include the world-famous Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. There are also numerous beaches within a short distance with Carlyon Bay a short walk, but others such as Porthpean and Par Sands are also easily accessible. Chi-An-Mor is a fantastic location to base yourself when visiting Cornwall as it is very easy to access all of the county form here. Close to the major town of St Austell with all the amenities you would expect to find visitors can shop, explore, and eat with ease.£132From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Newquay, EnglandWelcome to Trenpeskador, one of a trio of stylish apartments set within the Quarter Deck, with its unique position right on Porth Beach, ever popular with families due to its sheltered swathe of soft golden sand, rugged rock formations and rockpools all just waiting to be explored and enjoyed! Ideal for exploring the North Cornwall coastline, with it’s breath-taking vistas, the thriving town of Newquay, bustling Padstow or pretty Port Isaac as well as a plethora of beaches, many ideal for a variety of water sports.
This cosy retreat offers a cheery, bright, airy open plan kitchen, dining and living space. The kitchen is very well equipped with corner breakfast bar, whilst a very comfortable sofa, two-seat dining table and wall mounted TV are all complimented by hints of a nautical nature. The spacious double bedroom has an excellent en-suite comprising of a double shower enclosure.
You have a designated, off-road parking space and of course within just a few seconds from your front door, you are on the beach itself. Set off for one of the many coastal walks, providing beautiful views at all times of the year, or uncover ancient Porth Island, reached by a narrow footbridge. Newquay, a 5-minute drive away, has no less than twelve beaches, countless bars, cafés and restaurants along with many shops, an aquarium and zoo. Beach 0.5 miles.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Columb Major, EnglandThis detached, timber lodge is situated on a quiet, gated site, home to The Cornish Birds of Prey Centre, and close to Padstow and Newquay. Hen Harrier Lodge, with its stunning interior design, provides comfortable and stylish accommodation from which to enjoy this beautiful county and coastline. Guests can visit the Cornish Bird of Prey Centre for a total charge of £10 for up to 6 people for as many visits as you would like during a 7 day stay. The lodge is surrounded by fishing lakes and woodland walks for you to take advantage of the Cornish countryside right on your doorstep. The garden is the perfect place for children and dogs to play all day, fully enclosed with artificial grass and large decked barbecue and hot tub areas fully equipped with outdoor armchairs, dining furniture and sun loungers.
Padstow, home to the foodie empire of Rick Stein, the celebrated TV chef, has narrow cobbled lanes that meander around this ancient fishing village and gravitate towards the working fishing harbour. Get a pasty or an ice cream and watch the boats come and go with the days catch. Padstow sits at the mouth of the Camel Estuary and you can hire bikes in the town and cycle along the flat multi-use trail that hugs the shoreline as it heads into the countryside towards the market town of Wadebridge, full of craft and gift shops and bakeries.
The coastline nearby is dotted with secluded sandy coves and fishing villages which make a stunning backdrop to the South West Coast Path, which is a must if you enjoy walking and great views. Newquay, renowned for surf culture across its 11 beaches, is also easily reached with its own zoo, tennis club, cinema, ample bars, restaurants, cafés and coffee shops. Why not book some lessons with a local surf school and try your hand at this amazing sport?
Port Isaac, Polzeath and Rock are all nearby and easily reached with many golf clubs in the region including The Point, St Enodoc and Merlin, enabling you to play at many clubs through the week. The south coast of Cornwall is also easily accessible and offers a completely different experience of Cornwall with tropical gardens and its own climate. Visit Falmouth, Fowey, Mevagissey, or one of the lovely beaches including Watergate Bay and Fistral Beach for a great day out. Beach 5½ miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant ¼ mile. Hen Harrier Lodge can be booked together with Eagle Owl Lodge (ref UKC3770, next door) to accommodate up to 12 guests.£117From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Perranporth, EnglandLocated in Perranporth, a charming seaside town on Cornwall’s north coast, The Annexe at Tenniside is a comfortable ground-floor property boasting two bedrooms, private parking, and a tranquil private garden near a small stream and woodland. The beach is just a leisurely 10-minute walk away.
The property provides everything you need for a relaxing stay. The serene garden features outdoor lighting, throws for cosy evenings, and a hammock for those feeling adventurous. Colourful plants, available for purchase from a small stall by the owner, add to the garden’s charm. Just a short walk away, turning right from the property leads to a large tennis club where you can book courts for a small fee (don’t forget your rackets!). Nearby, a well-equipped play area caters to children of all ages with basketball, a football pitch, and table tennis facilities. Further along, discover the picturesque duck pond surrounded by benches and rowing boats filled with flowers, along with a charming island featuring a delightful waterfall.
In the village, local shops, restaurants, takeaways, and cafés offer a diverse range of cuisines, from traditional fish and chips to hearty roast dinners, ensuring something to suit every taste.
Perranporth Beach, a magnificent 3-mile stretch of sand, is perfect for family outings. Chapel Rock hosts a tidal pool, and nearby, a popular watering hole offers refreshments. The Atlantic surf attracts surfers year-round, while the area’s coastal paths lead to the stunning dunes of Penhale, designated as both a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Area of Conservation.
For outdoor enthusiasts, Perranporth offers ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the surrounding countryside. Nearby attractions include the Perranzabuloe Museum, offering insights into the local history and culture, and the Perranporth Surf School for those looking to improve their surfing skills or try the sport for the first time.£88From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Crackington Haven, EnglandMadison is a lovely Swedish designed, detached holiday property situated not far from the beach and benefiting from being just under 8 miles from the popular seaside town of Bude. The property can comfortably accommodate eight guests with all rooms on one level.
There are three bedrooms; one with a super kingsize bed, Smart TV and a lovely en-suite with a multi spray unit, double walk-in shower plus a bath and the other two both being twins (one with a handy sink in it). There’s also a family shower room, again with double walk-in shower. The living space consists of a comfortable living area with Smart TV, a separate dining room with a double sofa bed and a conservatory with seating, a telescope and access to the rear garden and patio. The kitchen/breakfast room offers everything you’ll need for your stay and the utility room has a dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, freezer and coffee machine.
Outside is a large rear garden consisting of trees, lawn and a patio with a big dining table, perfect for outdoor family gatherings. Children will love running in and out of the trees and bushes and hidden away is a quiet sun lounging area. To the front of the property is an additional garden area and parking for up to five cars on the driveway. Then there’s the games rooms which can be accessed via the side of the building, where you will find table tennis, air hockey, darts, table football, a games console, a TV and even a toilet.
If it’s the beach life you’re looking for then you’ll be spoiled for choice with the nearest beach being just 3 miles away. Much of the coastline in this area is owned by the National Trust and is a haven for wildlife, providing fabulous walking opportunities. There are many pretty coves and inlets to discover within a short drive including Crackington Haven, Boscastle, Morwenstow and stunning Tintagel, inextricably linked to the legend of King Arthur. Further afield the fishing port of Padstow is a popular tourist destination. Bude is a fabulous coastal town and has something for everyone including great beaches, rockpools and cafés to watch it all from. The rolling waves are great for surfing all year round and the footpaths by the restored canal or on the Southwest Coast Path offer you a superb opportunity to explore the outstanding countryside. Bude also has a superb golf course, indoor swimming pool, bowling alley/indoor play area and a heritage centre at Bude Castle.
Madison is also perfectly located for you to discover the many natural delights that North Devon has to offer such as Exmoor National Park with its magical night skies in Europe’s first ‘Dark Sky Reserve’, the many rugged coastal towns and quaint villages such as Hartland, Lynton & Lynmouth, Ilfracombe and the world-famous Clovelly Village. There are plenty of family-oriented places to visit including Exmoor Zoo, Milky Way Adventure Park, The Big Sheep farm-themed park and many others.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hayle, EnglandThe Light House is in the pretty little village of Gwithian. The Light House is a spacious, dog-friendly, four-bedroom cottage, with an open plan, feel on the ground floor where the conservatory links through to the living room and kitchen. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with a patio to the rear of the house, a great spot to enjoy some al fresco dining or a barbecue. There is a ground floor double bedroom that would ideally suit one person but could accommodate a couple. On the first floor the master bedroom has a kingsize bed and views towards the sea, and another bedroom has a bunk bed. Up on the second floor accessed by steep stairs is a twin bedroom. Please note that the ground floor double bedroom and the shower room can be separated from the rest of the ground floor with the pull down roller blind.
Blasted by the breeze off the Atlantic, the magnificent beach at Gwithian Towans is always a colourful scene of windsurfers on the water, blow karts on the beach and kites in the sky. Backed by sand dunes, tufted with wild grass, at low tide, there is a vast amount of sand to enjoy, and large areas of rock pools are uncovered, which are great for kids to explore. The beach is dog friendly for most of the year with restrictions only applying between 10am and 6pm in July and August. Gwithian Towans is lifeguard patrolled (during high season). There is some great countryside to explore near here, but a highlight is the stunning coastal road between St Ives and St Just where the moorland meets the sea - wild and dramatic! If you take the train to St Ives, the line hugs the coast, and the views are quite beautiful, and the restaurants are superb. Both the north and south coasts are easily accessible, making it an ideal location for those looking to take advantage of the great surfing spots available in this part of Cornwall. Take your pick, depending on the conditions!
St Ives, once a busy fishing village, now relies on tourism as its main industry. Turner came and painted a landscape in 1811 and art has played a part in St Ives history ever since. More recently Barbara Hepworth and the Tate Gallery have put St Ives on the modern map. Beach 1⅓ miles.£100From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bude, EnglandSemybadazee is a luxurious and stylish three-bedroom holiday home located just 200 metres from the beach at beautiful Widemouth Bay. Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this semi-detached, single-storey property is within sight and sound of the golden sand and rolling surf. You can carry your body board down and avoid the hassle and expense of local beach parking. The lively town of Bude with its shops, bars and eateries is 3 miles away. The coastal footpath to Hartland Point and the 10-mile circular Planekeeper’s Path are popular for walkers and nature lovers.
As you enter the property, you will be welcomed into the open-plan living space, where you can wind down and watch a film in front of the cosy glows of the wood burner after a busy day exploring the coastline, or enjoy a family meal together. The kitchen is well equipped and includes a breakfast bar with stools. Enjoy your breakfast here whilst taking in the far-reaching sea views and ever changing coastal landscape. The spacious layout of this holiday cottage makes it ideal for extended families and friends. Discover the three stylish bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room, plus a separate family bathroom. A set of patio doors lead from the double bedroom into the rear enclosed garden, which is perfect for an al fresco lifestyle. Sheltered by a high hedge and yet enjoying sea views, there is an elevated decking and patio area that has a table and chairs and lounge seating to relax after an action-packed day down the beach. Hot tub hire options are available should guests require this.
Semybadazee is located just a few minutes’ walk from Widemouth Bay’s expansive sandy beach, which is popular with both swimmers and surfers alike, and it is highly regarded as one of the finest, sandy, surfing beaches in North Cornwall. There are beach shops, water sport activities and restaurants all within easy reach, and the ever popular seaside town of Bude is just a short drive away. Given the proximity to the A30, this is also a great base from which to explore the whole of North Devon and Cornwall, and nearby you can visit Tintagel, with its legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, Hartland and Clovelly. Other attractions and places of interest accessible from here include The Milky Way and The Big Sheep theme parks, Tamar Otter Park and The Eden Project. With lots of day’s out opportunities from your doorstep, make Semybadazee the base for your next holiday in North Cornwall.£114From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Perranporth, EnglandRomany Rye is well equipped, tastefully furnished and decorated and is the very essence of a beachside holiday home. The front of the property is positioned perfectly to catch the sea views on the decking area, or in the conservatory on rainy days. The kitchen/dining area is a great space for family or friends to gather when having a meal.
Holywell Bay is one of the finest beaches in Cornwall. Just 6 miles from Newquay and Perranporth on the north Cornish coast. Holywell Bay is an ideal spot to tour from as it is very central for all parts of Cornwall. There is also an 18 hole golf course, fishing and horse riding very close-by and local shops in the nearby village of Cubert. The secluded National Trust beach at Holywell combines golden soft sands and safe bathing with dynamic caves and cliff walks. Holywell Bay derived its name from a spring-fed well, said to have curative properties.
This property is ideal for a family summer holiday or a winter escape for a couple or small group of friends. Newquay, with its beaches and a huge array of restaurants, bars and clubs, is only 10 minutes away. Beach 1 mile.£102From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hayle, EnglandSet in over 100 acres of woodland in the popular St Ives Holiday Village, these delightful lodges offer something for everyone. Happys (ref UKC196) lives up to its name. This single-storey, semi-detached lodge has been lovingly furnished to a very good standard, and the interior has been designed with a certain colour and flair, providing a comfortable and cosy retreat all year round. Happys also looks out onto a green wooded area and the surrounding area is a safe haven for wildlife and holiday goers alike. Gracelands (ref 29552) is a single storey terraced lodge, again providing comfortable accommodation for up to 5. Both lodges are ideal for couples or small families that want to relax and unwind on their holiday in Cornwall.
On the outskirts of St Ives, the site has many facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, table tennis, kayaking, zorbing balls, regular entertainment programmes, nature walks, children’s club, internet cafe, beer garden, takeaway, large bar and function room, shop and a launderette, all open from March to October (please visit on-site reception for programme of activities and passes are available at cost of £30 per family pass). Guests can even have a try at scuba diving (£20pp).
Take the scenic coastal train from nearby St Erth to St Ives. The popular seaside town features a quaint harbour and glorious beaches. Budding artists and enthusiasts might like to visit the art gallery, Tate St Ives, or the Barbara Hepworth Museum. Strolling along its cobbled streets, you’ll find that St Ives is home to a host of curiosity shops and galleries. There’s also alfresco fine dining to try in one of the many excellent restaurants dotted along the water’s edge. The area is famous for its beautiful golden stretches, such as the award-winning beach at Carbis Bay, Porthminster and the rolling sand dunes at Hayle. This glorious surfing beach stretches all the way to Gwithian, and enjoys far-reaching views of Godrevy Lighthouse and out to sea.
Nearby, Tehidy Country Park boasts over 25 acres of woodland, cycle trails and bridle paths to explore. St Michael’s Mount (Karrek Loos yn Koos in Cornish, meaning ‘hoar rock in woodland’) is a must-see attraction during your stay. The small tidal island is close to Marazion, which is a hotspot for birdwatchers thanks to its habitat rich marshland just half a kilometre west of the historic town. Beach 2 miles. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
These properties can be booked together to sleep up to 9 guests.£86From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
